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Head of the Mersey

This head race is a true test of speed, skill, and boat handling, consisting of 2x 1800m legs along the picturesque bends of the river Mersey. Held annually each February, just upstream of the Warrington Rowing Club boathouse.

Race Details

  • Race Date: Sunday 8th February 2026.

  • Entries Close: Sunday 1st February 2026.*

  • Payment By: Wednesday 4th February 2026.

  • Draw By: Wednesday 4th February 2026.**

  • Cost: Jr/Adp - £10/seat | Op/Mas - £12/seat | (excluding Coxes)

  • Parking and Amenities (including BBQ) open from 7am.

  • 2x 1800m course in "there and back" format. 

  • NEW FOR 2026 - 1x 1800m adaptive rowing events.

*Entries will close early if the event is oversubscribed or maximum capacity for trailers is reached.

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**Draw is subject to change. Please review the draw prior to the event and contact the Entries Secretary with any queries as soon as possible. Draw will be available to view at the registration desk during the event.

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Entries Secretary: Robin Lush
Contact Details: racing@warringtonrowing.org.uk

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Photos will be viewable on the Si Events Photography website following the event.
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Past Results

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